Learn about addiction, including how to break the cycle and live tobacco free

Learn about withdrawal symptoms and how to minimize them

Discover the different Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) options available to you

Pre-registration is required. Please call 810.262.7898 or contact Danielle Campbell at DCampbe2@hurleymc.com to register. Individual appointments are also available.

Are You Pregnant and Smoking?

Smoking is not only associated with low-birth weight babies, it can cause you to deliver your baby prematurely. Quitting is the best thing you can do to improve both your health and the health of your baby. The good news is you don’t have to do it alone. Call 810.262.7898 and let us help you with a confidential, free appointment through Hurley. Or you can contact The Michigan Tobacco Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW or 1-800-784-8669 and receive up to nine calls during your pregnancy and postpartum. You also can earn rewards after every call that you can use to buy things for you and your baby.

You Can Quit

Getting ready to quit smoking can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to help. We’ve put together a list of quit smoking tips to help you prepare for your first day without cigarettes. Let’s get started! Download 8 quit tips.

Track your usage. Every time you smoke (even if you relight a cigarette) track it on this form.

Consider using a quit smoking medication, it can double your success rate. The table below lists the most common quit smoking medications. Many Over-the-Counter medications are covered through insurance. Speak with your physician about a prescription and contact your insurance company for your coverage.

Brand Name

Generic Name

Availability

Description

NicoDerm CQ® Equate® Habitrol®

Nicotine Patches (NRT)

Over-the-Counter

The nicotine patch is placed on the skin. It gives the user a small and steady amount of nicotine. Multiple dosages are available.

Nicorette® Equate® Zonnic®

Nicotine Gum (NRT)

Over-the-Counter

Nicotine gum is chewed to release nicotine. The user chews the gum until it produces a tingling feeling, and then places it between their cheek and gums.

Nicorette® Equate® Zonnic® Commit®

Nicotine Lozenges (NRT)

Over-the-Counter

Nicotine lozenges look like hard candy and are placed in the mouth. The lozenge releases nicotine and slowly dissolves in the mouth.

Nicotrol® ENDIT®

Nicotine Inhaler (NRT)

Prescription

A nicotine inhaler is a cartridge attached to a mouthpiece. Inhaling through the mouthpiece gives the user a specific amount of nicotine with each inhale.

Nicorette® Nicotrol NS® NicAssist®

Nicotine Nasal Spray (NRT)

Prescription

Nicotine nasal spray is a pump bottle containing nicotine, which is put into the nose and sprayed.

Zyban®

Bupropion

Prescription

This medication is taken in pill form. It helps to reduce nicotine withdrawal and the urge to smoke. It can be used safely with NRT.

Chantix®

Varenicline

Prescription

This medication is taken in pill form. It helps to reduce nicotine withdrawal and the urge to smoke. It also blocks the effects of nicotine from cigarettes if the user starts smoking again.